"Dilbertian" meaning in English

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Adjective

Forms: more Dilbertian [comparative], most Dilbertian [superlative]
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  1. Relating to, or reminiscent of, Dilbert, a satirical American comic strip about a micromanaged white-collar office worker surrounded by ineptitude and corruption. Synonyms: Dilbertesque
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